The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped the Erwin Basketball Team raise over $1,500 at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. Proceeds raised will help fund the cost of summer training camp.

"We were glad to help the Erwin Basketball Team raise money to build on their skills at training camp," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of the Apple Gold Group. "We wish them the best of luck with their upcoming season."

The Erwin Basketball Team fundraiser was hosted on June 4, 2011, by the Applebee’s restaurant located at 205 Faith Road, Salisbury, NC. The organization sold 240 tickets and an additional $31 in donations was collected. Breakfast included a short stack of pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee.

Applebee’s is proud to partner with any local non-profit organization as a way to raise money for their cause. From ticket sales to event-day staff, the breakfasts are managed by the non-profit organization with the assistance of Applebee’s employee volunteers. Breakfasts can be held on Saturday or Sunday morning, and cost the organization around $2 a meal. The Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraisers represent the restaurant chain’s latest efforts to remain active within its local neighborhood. To request a Flapjack Fundraiser to benefit your non-profit organization, please visit www.AGGrestaurants.com.